Award

Large Area Solar Simulator

UNIVERSITY OF DERBY

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Award

16 Jan 2024 at 08:57

Award Notice
Tender

23 Jun 2023 at 14:09

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Derby is awarding a contract for a Large Area Solar Simulator. The contract falls under the industry category of Industrial or laboratory furnaces, incinerators and ovens. The contract value is £212,952. The procurement method used is an Open procedure. The procurement stage is at the award stage, with the contract period set to start on February 29, 2024 and end on February 27, 2026. The location for delivery is in the East Midlands, United Kingdom.

This tender for a Large Area Solar Simulator by the University of Derby presents an opportunity for suppliers specialising in goods related to industrial equipment. Businesses capable of providing solar simulators meeting IEC standards and able to deliver to the East Midlands, UK, should consider bidding. The University is specifically seeking suppliers who can meet the required technical specifications and offer appropriate service packages, including warranty and support. As the contract has been awarded, interested businesses can explore potential subcontracting or future contract opportunities with the chosen supplier, Photonic Solutions.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Large Area Solar Simulator

Notice Description

The College of Science and Engineering, University of Derby are seeking to purchase a large area solar simulator for our new science laboratory. Our anticipated budget is PS150,000.00 which should include any fees for maintenance and servicing. Requirement: The solar simulator must be capable of providing a 1 sun power output with a spectral match covering a target area of 2 x 1 m. The specifications for the solar simulator should adhere to the standards set by the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC 60904-9:2020 Classification of solar simulator characteristics). Detailed Specifications: * The solar simulator should be able to cover a target area of 2 x 1 meters. * The solar simulator should be capable of delivering a typical power output of 1000 watts per square meter over the working distance * The recommended working distance between the solar simulator and the target area is 1 meter * The collimation angle of the solar simulator should be within +/-10 degrees. * The solar simulator should meet the spectral match classification of B for AM1.5G * The solar simulator should have a spatial non-uniformity classification of C over the target area * The solar simulator should have a temporal instability classification of B * The solar simulator should be capable of providing an intensity on the target area equivalent to 1 sun * The solar simulator should operate with either a single-phase power input of 220VAC or a 3-phase power input. * The sun simulator should have a spectral range of 350 - 1500nm * The sun simulator should include a rigid frame to hold the unit above the target area Additional Features: The supplier shall provide in appropriate technical documentation / literature to identify the functionality of the equipment offered. Ideally this should include examples of where the equipment offered has been used in a higher education and/or research establishment. Suppliers will be required to provide comprehensive documentation, user manuals, support and training. The supplier will propose an appropriate service package stating options between 2 and 4 years duration. As a minimum the service package will include parts and labour warranty. Calibration. Technical support (email / telephone) Breakdown cover / call out. The supplier shall also indicate if any specific shelving or installation racking is required and the quote should also include delivery and installation charges. Please also indicate in your quote if the item can be installed via normal access routes. Delivery will be required around September, the dates will be confirmed closer to the time. Please find all related documents for registration and negotiations (tenders) on our website https://www.derby.ac.uk/services/finance/procurement-suppliers-and-tendering/supplier-info/

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-60e32f4b-1cfb-404a-bf53-ddc5dfc810ca
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b67cacd3-6af6-44d0-a920-922a5f906cc4
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

42 - Industrial machinery

CPV Codes

42300000 - Industrial or laboratory furnaces, incinerators and ovens

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£212,952 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Jan 20242 years ago
Submission Deadline
14 Jul 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 Jan 20242 years ago
Contract Period
29 Feb 2024 - 27 Feb 2026 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF DERBY
Contact Name
Procurement Team
Contact Email
procurement@derby.ac.uk
Contact Phone
01332 591094

Buyer Location

Locality
DERBY
Postcode
DE22 1GB
Post Town
Derby
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF11 Derby
Delivery Location
TLF East Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Derby
Electoral Ward
Allestree
Westminster Constituency
Mid Derbyshire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PHOTONIC SOLUTIONS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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